Phobias

Phobias are essentially irrational fears that we can develop, often as a reaction to being under severe stress, following an acute panic attack in a specific situation, such as a supermarket, crowded shop, bus, train, underground or lift.

Symptoms

Agoraphobia, which is a fear of open spaces, is extremely common in women and this prevents them from leading normal lives, because they avoid going into situations which make them feel anxious, which increasingly limits their lifestyle.

Social phobia is more common in men and in these situations, the man is frightened of public speaking, authority figures and social situations.

Treatment

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a way of modifying the response to the phobia and is often carried out in a slow ‘step-ladder’ approach to gradually reverse the phobia. The person has to pursue increasingly more difficult tasks, whilst using relaxation therapy, to help to cope with their symptoms.

Our consultant psychiatrists will be able to help determine the best course of treatment for each individual as well as looking at prescribing any appropriate medication to help with relieving the anxiety caused by the phobia.

Initial consultations include 60 minutes with the consultant psychiatrist, a written treatment plan, a letter to the GP (with patient’s agreement) and a written prescription, if applicable.

ADHD Assessments

1.5 hour consultation and report £650

Please note, it is our policy that appointment fees for all appointments are paid in advance. Payments can be made by cheque or most major credit/debit cards.

Private Health Insurance
Patients with private health insurance, such as BUPA, may be able to claim the costs of their treatment from their health insurance provider. Normally a referral letter from your GP will be required to do this. Please contact your health insurance provider direct to confirm whether your treatment would be covered.

Standard Occupational Health Report - £950.

This price may vary for more complicated cases. Please contact us to discuss your requirements in more detail or for more information.

Details of fees for psychiatric Medico-legal Reports are available on request. Please contact us for further details.